When Brazil won the World Cup in the United States in 1994, ending a 24-year drought, head coach Carlos Alberto Parreira faced criticism for his team’s dull play, especially in the final against Italy. Not just from journalists and fans, but even from his own mother. In Brazil, the result is never enough — style […]
Netherlands defender van Hecke: ‘This transfer is a big step in my career, it boosts my confidence’
Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke spoke to the press on the eve of the Netherlands vs Sweden match, scheduled for Saturday at 7 PM, just three days after his transfer to Tottenham. Jan Paul van Hecke lors de la conférence de presse des Pays-Bas, ce vendredi. (P. Noble/Reuters) Asked how it feels to be […]
Ismaël Saïbari shines for Morocco with stunning goals and record Bayern Munich move
Two matches, two goals! After opening the World Cup with a strike against Brazil, Ismaël Saïbari delivered again against Scotland. A thunderous shot under the crossbar just two minutes into the game proved to be the only goal, virtually securing Morocco’s place in the round of 16. With four points from two games and a […]
Ousmane Sonko gives President Bassirou Diomaye Faye ultimatum on constitutional revision
Dakar — On Friday, June 19, the National Assembly of Sénégal, following the Conference of Presidents (CDP), announced a dense legislative calendar. Bills concerning the Labour Code and the Social Security Code are scheduled for committee review on Saturday, June 20, before heading to plenary session on Monday, June 22. Yet the constitutional revision proposal […]
Niger airport attack claimed by JNIM, government points finger at France
New details have emerged about the terrorist attack that struck a military base inside Niamey’s Diori Hamani International Airport on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Late that evening, after several hours of sweeping operations, the Nigerien army released an official casualty toll. The attack was claimed by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an […]
Rabat hosts celebration of 65 years of Morocco-Vietnam diplomatic ties
A day-long celebration marking 65 years of diplomatic relations between Morocco and Vietnam took place Friday in Rabat, organized by the Vietnamese embassy in partnership with the High Commission for former resistance fighters and former members of the liberation army. As part of the event, a themed exhibition titled “President Ho Chi Minh – Symbol […]
Ekoué Djro Glokpor takes the helm at BCEAO Togo as sector faces headwinds
Ekoué Djro Glokpor officially assumed the role of national director of the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) for Togo during the second regular session of the National Credit Council held on 18 June 2026 in Lomé. His installation comes at a time when the financial sector is sending mixed signals: digital banking is […]
Gabon faces global transparency test with un corruption review
Libreville, Friday 19 June 2026 – At the end of June, Libreville will not only host a technical mission from the United Nations. Gabon is preparing to undergo one of the most rigorous international exercises in public governance, financial transparency and anti-corruption combat. For three days, from 29 June to 1 July 2026, experts appointed […]
Psg face Liverpool threat for Yan Diomandé transfer
With the summer transfer window officially open, Paris Saint-Germain is preparing for a potentially busy period. One name frequently linked to the Parisian squad is Yan Diomandé. The 19-year-old Ivorian winger, currently playing for RB Leipzig and representing Côte d’Ivoire at the World Cup, has become a hot commodity on the market. However, PSG now […]
Gabon assumes leadership of CAMES for a year of academic transformation
Dr Diaka Sidibé, outgoing CAMES president, hands over to incoming President Pr Charles Edgard Mombo in Libreville on 19 June The 43rd ordinary session of the Council of Ministers of the African and Malagasy Council for Higher Education (CAMES), held in Libreville from 15 to 19 June 2026, concluded with a key decision: Gabon, through […]
Benin reshapes ties with Sahel states under new president
After taking the oath of office on 24 May, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni embarked on a regional tour that took him to Nigeria, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal. This marks a fresh diplomatic approach for Benin, following a period of tensions between former President Patrice Talon and the countries of the […]
Bénin: parliament unanimously adopts 2026 amended finance law, key changes explained
Bénin Bénin: parliament unanimously adopts 2026 amended finance law, key changes explained Personalities in this article Romuald Wadagni Patrice Talon Table of contents Social measures at the heart of the text A modernised tax framework Special accounts abolished, one renamed A vigilant economic and social council and a swift plenary debate On Friday, the National […]











